Tasting Notes for Columbia Crest Valley Walter Clore Private Reserve Red Wine Red Blend 2004

Tasting Notes:

The Private Reserve named for Dr. Walter Clore, who was a pioneer in Washington viticulture of Bordeaux "Le Peite Chais" methode and techniques for wine making, is a blend of 54% Cabernet Sauvignon and 46% Merlot. It was aged in new French oak for 24 months. Initial nose of Medoc and inky black thick plum fragrance Bordeaux. Tastes of Blackberry, currant, with an ethereal lush deep expansive structure as it stretches its' legs. It is sedate and restrained, yet solid as a rock flavor profile that'll stand up to anything. Medium weight melanin velvet lushness on the palette. Black fruits, smokey vanilla and oak supple balm, layered soft lingering finish. Lovely stuff is this: Bravo and Grazie to Ray Einberger, vin maker, what a treasure thou have wrought.

I would serve this wine for:

Any special occasion, and everyday.

I shared this wine with:

Son-in-Law Mike, and nephew Michael.

The nose on this wine reminds me of:

Rich like dripping plum sauce Bordeaux...oaked to velvety smoothness.

This wine would pair well with the following foods:

Would never mess this excellence of flavor craft up with food.

I think this wine is priced:

Half price for the adventure it takes you on.

If I have any gripe with this wine, it's that:

None.

Wine Rating:

2012 Columbia Crest Walter Clore Private Reserve, USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Wine Review

Vintage:

2012

Score:

Grade:

A-

Current Price:

$20.00USD

This is an excellent value in red wine. It is a blend of 80% Merlot with the remainder Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Malbec. Deep ruby in color. The nose has black cherries, black raspberries, dark chocolate and a hint of spice. Medium bodied. On the palate, this has nice black cherry fruit with some depth. Light tannins. Underlying earthiness. Good acidity. Nice finish. This drinks well on its own and should be great with poultry dishes or even a burger. It should be consumed over the next five to seven years. While wine prices vary at the time of this writing, this wi

2016 Harry & David Vineyards Royal Crest Red, USA, Oregon, Wine Review

Vintage:

2016

Score:

Grade:

A-

Current Price:

$20.00USD

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2016 Beaulieu Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Georges de Latour Private Reserve, USA, California, Napa, Wine Review

Vintage:

2016

Score:

Grade:

Current Price:

$132.00USD

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2020 Luke Wines The Companion Red Blend, USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Wine Review

Vintage:

2020

Score:

Grade:

A-

Current Price:

$25.00USD

This is a blend of 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, 14% Syrah, 3% Petite Verdot, 1% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Malbec from Washington State. Deep garnet in color, mostly opaque and bright. The nose is nice; dusty with black raspberries, plums, spice, slight black cherries and a hint of vanilla. Soft texture with medium tannins. On the palate, black raspberries, cassis with underlying spice and slight char. Long finish. This is an easy drinking red that has some backbone and depth. Drink over the next five to seven years. Very nice on its own, this will work great with a brisket out

2019 United Ink Red Blend, USA, Washington, Columbia Valley, Wine Review

Vintage:

2019

Score:

Grade:

A-

Current Price:

$18.00USD

At a recent tasting of United Ink Wines, this was the runaway crowd favorite. It is a blend of 60% Merlot, 20% Syrah, and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon from Washington state. Garnet in color, mostly opaque and bright. The nose is nice with black cherries, chocolate and slight black raspberry. Mice mouthfeel. Light to medium tannins. On the palate, nice black raspberry and black cherries fruit with some chocolate. Firm tannins on the finish. This is delicious. It drinks (easy). Great on its own, this would be great with a burger or other foods off the grill. Drink over the next five year

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